2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia Review: Quick Shot

For 2020, Alfa Romeo cut the price of the mid-level Giulia Veloce by $1450, starting at $71,450.

While the price has come down, the Italian brand has actually added more hardware with a wireless smartphone charger, rear privacy glass and touchscreen support for its 8.8-inch infotainment system now standard.

Safety systems have also been improved with driver warning, traffic sign recognition, adaptive cruise control and blind spot monitoring in addition to autonomous emergency braking (AEB) and a rear view camera.

Like the entry-level Sport, the Veloce is powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-petrol engine, but tuned for 206kW/400Nm, which is sent to the rear wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission for a claimed 0-100km/h speed. only 5.8 seconds.

Other driver-focused features include active suspension and a rear self-locking differential, while the Veloce differentiates itself from the Sport with dual tailpipes, body kit and bi-xenon.